Real Estate Analyst - Multifamily (Chicago)

We are seeking an Underwriting Analyst to join a growing real estate investment team focused on multifamily assets in the Chicago market this Q1 2027!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in real estate investment, acquisitions, underwriting, investment banking, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Understanding of real estate valuation, cash flow analysis, and investment returns
• Familiarity with multifamily real estate and/or the Chicago market preferred
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced investment environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite multifamily acquisition opportunities, including detailed property-level financial models
• Analyze operating statements, rent rolls, capital expenditures, financing assumptions, and market data
• Build and maintain cash flow models, return analyses, and sensitivity scenarios
• Conduct market and comparable property research to support investment decisions
• Assist with due diligence and evaluation of prospective acquisitions
• Prepare investment materials, underwriting summaries, and presentations for internal review
• Track and evaluate investment assumptions throughout the acquisition process
• Collaborate with senior team members and external partners including brokers, lenders, property managers, and other advisors